Kansas City Royals vs Washington Nationals Betting Odds Analysis, Lines and Pick

The Kansas City Royals look to emerge victorious in MLB odds action as the Washington Nationals arrive at Kauffman Stadium on Tuesday.

The match puts starter Tanner Roark for the Washington Nationals on the hill facing Chris Young for the Kansas City Royals. Roark brings a 2-2 mark to the game, while Young is 1-4 to date on the season.

Sportsbook Odds & Computer Pick

Baseball betting odds makers, including Sportsbook, opened the Kansas City Royals as -119 moneyline favorites in this matchup. Over under total bettors saw the number open at 8 at shops such as Sportsbook.

Odds Shark computer prediction handicapping models run on this game pick a 3.4-3.1 victory for the Nationals. View the computer score prediction and who will win the pick on the moneyline for all upcoming MLB matchups here.

Washington Nationals vs Kansas City Royals Matchup

Team Betting Records & Power Rankings

The Kansas City Royals sport a record of 13-12 heading into this matchup, while the Washington Nationals sit at 18-7 on the season Stay Informed: follow us on Twitter for odds specials, betting line moves and Kansas City vs Washington injuries news.

According to MLB Power Rankings here, it's the No. 21-ranked Kansas City Royals and the No. 2-rated Washington Nationals in this matchup.

Statistical Matchup

Rating these teams in several key categories is important for handicappers and Kansas City has baseball's No. 28-rated offensive output, at 8.36 hits per game. The Washington Nationals average 7.88 hits per game, good for No. 21 on the list.

Washington brings the No. 1-rated defense to this matchup, facing the Royals's No. 6-ranked defense.